Bus Driver (Full-Time)

Young World Physical Education; Carrizo Springs (TX); On-site; USD 27,552; Full time

Job summary

A local transportation service is seeking a full-time Bus Driver in Carrizo Springs, Texas, to ensure safe and orderly transportation of students. Responsibilities include driving buses on assigned routes, conducting safety inspections, and managing student behavior. Candidates must have a valid Texas commercial driver’s license with necessary endorsements and be at least 18 years old. The position offers a competitive pay of $20 per hour and requires effective communication and map navigation skills.

Qualifications

• Clear and valid Texas commercial driver’s license with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Ability to manage student behavior.

Responsibilities

• Drive bus daily following assigned route and established schedules.
• Instruct students on safe boarding and exiting procedures.
• Complete pre- and post-trip inspections of the bus.

Skills

Driver's license with P and S endorsements

Ability to use maps and GPS

Effective communication

Student behavior management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Two-way radio

GPS

Job description

Bus Driver (Full-Time)

Carrizo Springs CISD Maintenance/Transportation - Carrizo Springs, Texas

Job Details

Job ID: 5454841

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Dec 02, 2025 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Title: Bus Driver

Exemption Status/Test: Nonexempt

Reports to: Director of Transportation

Date Revised: 12/01/2025

Dept./School: Transportation

Primary Purpose

Operate school bus and related equipment to provide safe and orderly transportation of students and other authorized persons on assigned route and to and from other designated locations.

Qualifications

• Clear and valid Texas commercial driver’s license with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements
• Must be 18 years of age
• Ability to pass U.S. Department of Transportation alcohol and drug tests and annual physical exam
• Ability to complete required bus driver safety training
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to use maps and GPS to follow routes and locate addresses
• Ability to manage student behavior
• Ability to communicate effectively with others
• Ability to operate bus
• Experience: None

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Vehicle Operation

• Drive bus daily following assigned route and adhering to established schedules.
• Drive bus to and from extracurricular activities.
• Anticipate problems such as traffic, weather, road conditions, and schedule changes and make necessary adjustments to ensure student safety and reduce delays.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections according to specifications to ensure bus can be operated safely and notify supervisor of needed repairs. Keep assigned bus clean and maintain appropriate level of fuel.
• Report all accidents, vehicle damage, student injuries, and mechanical problems and complete required corresponding reports.

Student Management

• Instruct students on safe entering, exiting, and passenger rules and regulations. Supervise students while they board and leave the bus and cross the street.
• Maintain discipline and use effective behavior management control over groups of students. Report student discipline problems to appropriate administrator and communicate with teachers and parents regarding student’s behavior when warranted.
• Perform emergency evacuation of students on bus when the situations warrants.

Safety

• Observe all traffic laws and safety regulations for school buses.
• Ensure proper condition of emergency equipment, such as first aid kit, fire extinguisher, flags, fuses, crow bar, and reflector.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor. Report any hazardous conditions along scheduled route.
• Install snow chains during inclement weather.
• Maintain safety certification.

Other

• Operate and monitor two-way radio equipment to communicate with transportation office and other drivers.
• Complete and maintain accurate, up-to-date, and timely records and reports including but not limited to those related to bus mileage, gas and oil consumption, and number of passengers transported.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

• Tools/Equipment Used: Operate school bus; two-way radio; GPS; safety equipment including but not limited to flares, reflective signs, and fire extinguisher
• Posture: Prolonged sitting; frequent standing and twisting; occasional kneeling/squatting, bending, stooping, and pushing/pulling
• Motion: Prolonged driving; moderate walking; frequent climbing stairs, grasping/squeezing, wrist and shoulder flexion/extension, and reaching
• Lifting: Limited light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds) on a daily basis
• Environment: Frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, noise, and vehicle fumes; work around moving vehicles; regularly work irregular hours, and occasionally work prolonged hours
• Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Position Type

Full-Time

Salary

$20 Per Hour

Job Categories

Support Staff > Transportation

Job Requirements

• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Contact Information

• Dora Garza, Transportation Route Coordinator
• Maintenance/Transportation
• Phone: [phone] ext 1252
• Email: [e-mail]